Strathmore (Forfar) Highland Games Sunday 11th June 2006 . Glamis Castle Glamis. 12.30pm-5pm. Traditional Scottish Highland Games held in the spectacular grounds of Glamis Castle. Come along and watch the entertainment of the Heavies tossing the caber and cheer on the runners in the track events. With various trade stalls, highland dancing and professional Tug O' War, there is plenty to keep the whole family amused. Disabled Access OK. Admission - To be confirmed Contact - Glamis Castle Telephone - 01307 840393

Inverness Highland Games Saturday 22nd to Sunday 23rd of July, 2006 at 12am. Bught Park, Glenurquhart Rd, Inverness. The most spectacular Highland Games in the North of Scotland. Set in beautiful Bught Park ont he banks of the River Ness, the Inverness Games features all the traditional Heavy Events, Highland Dancing, Piping and traditional music. Contact: Mr Gerry Reynolds, Town House, Inverness, IV1 1JJ. Tel: 01463 724262 Fax: 01463 712850

Abernethy Highland Games Saturday 12th August 2006Playing Fields, Nethybridge. Events: Heavy Event, Piping Competition, Track Events, Highland dancing, Spectacular March onto the field of over 100 pipers in the grand massed bands display, followed by members of the Clan Grant Society who travel from all round the world for their annual gathering, Codona's Sideshows, trade stalls and a full catering and refreshment service add to the attractions. Spectators can make a full day out by travelling from Aviemore or Boat of Garten on the Strathspey Railway's steam trains to Broomhill where a free bus service takes passengers to Nethybridge. Events start at 10.30am. with the official opening at 1.15pm following the entrance of the massed pipe bands and parade by the Clan Grant . Car Parking is free.Contact: 01479 821492.